Rosemary (scientific name: Salvia Rosemarinus), is a woody evergreen shrub with needle-like leaves and brilliant white, pink, purple, or blue flowers that persist through summer, emitting a piney fragrance with a sweet resinous flavor. It is native to southern Europe, Northern Africa, and Southern Asia. It grows in many varieties such as Arp, Blue boy, creeping, dancing waters, Golden Rai, Spice islands, Upright, White pine, Pine scented, and Pink, Rosemary has culinary uses in baking bread, seasoning food, garnishing plates, & perfume making. It is a member of the mint family Lamiaceae along with other herbs, such as Oregano, Basil, Thyme, & Lavender.
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Most varieties grow in well-drained loamy slightly acidic soil. Soil ph is 6-7. It should receive 6-7 hours of sun every day.
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Nuts contain healthy fats that can be part of a healthy diet that can help lower your blood pressure. Cashews are especially good for blood pressure, not only because of their healthy fats but also due to their high potassium and magnesium content, which help regulate blood pressure. But there is a catch – nuts should be unsalted since extra sodium may raise blood pressure. Rosemary and olive oil roasted cashews taste delicious without any added salt. They require only a few ingredients and 15 minutes to prepare. The cashew nuts are great for snacking by themselves or can go on top of a salad, or in a homemade trail mix.
Nutrition Facts of Rosemary
Salvia Rosmarinus (raw 1 sprig -2g) (%RDA/RI)
| GI =0; GL =0 | Minerals | Vitamins |
| Calories 2g – 0.1% | Iron 0.2g – 0.17% | Folate B91.78mug – 0.44% |
| Carb 0g – 0.21% | Calcium 7.4mg – 0.74% | Vitamin B60.01mg – 0.61% |
| Sugar 0g – 0% | Copper 0.006mg – 0.43% | Flavonoids 0.54mg – 0.16% |
| Protein-0g -0.12% | Sodium 0g – 0% | |
| Fats -0g -0.14% | ||
| Fiber -0g – 0.18% |
Nutrition Facts of Cashew nuts
| Servings 8 | Serving size 1/4 cup |
| Amt/serving | Vitamin D 0 mcg – 0% |
| Calories 213 | Calcium 19 mg – 1% |
| Total Fat 3g – 4% | Iron 2mg – 11% |
| Saturated Fat 3g – 15% | Potassium 197mg – 4% |
| Cholesterol 0mg – 0% | |
| Sodium 6 mg – 0% | |
| Protein 5g |
Health Benefits of Rosemary
- Rosemary can boost the immune system and improve blood circulation being a rich source of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.
- Rosemary is considered a cognitive stimulant and can help improve memory performance and quality. It is also known to boost alertness, intelligence, and focus.
- The aroma of Rosemary is linked to improving mood, clearing the mind, and relieving stress in those with chronic anxiety or stress hormone imbalances.
- The oil of Rosemary has been known to promote hair growth, prevent baldness, slow graying, and treat dandruff and dry scalp.
- Rosemary is often used for digestion problems, including heartburn, intestinal gas, liver and gall bladder complaints, and loss of appetite.
- Rosemary is specifically powerful against bacterial infections. It is linked to preventing staph infections.
- Nutrients in Rosemary help protect skin cells from damage often caused by the sun and free radicals.
- Precaution: Rosemary is safe when taken in low doses, but if consumed in large doses may lead to serious side effects like vomiting, spasms, or even pulmonary edema. Please consult with your doctor before incorporating rosemary into your diet.
- https://www.flushinghospital.org/newsletter/the-health-benefits-of-rosemary/
How to roast cashew nuts in oven?
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Chop the rosemary herbs; mix rosemary with olive oil.
- Pour on cashew nuts in a bowl and toss them together.
- Spread nuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 8 minutes first; remove from oven and turn cashews using a spoon; return to oven and bake an extra 4min., until cashews turn golden.
- Remove from oven and cool. Store in an airtight container.
TIPS
Watch cashews carefully at the end so that they do not burn
Variations: Other nuts like almonds, pecans, or peanuts can be baked in a similar manner
Substitute other herbs like thyme or oregano for rosemary
The recipe can be halved or doubled
